In this episode of Your Partner In Success Radio, I welcomed Ken Banta, leadership advisor and founder of The Vanguard Network. Ken brings lessons from his book Seeing Around Corners and shares what it really takes to lead when the future feels uncertain.
We talked about how leaders can guide their organizations through disruption and crisis, the role communication plays in keeping people aligned, and how to spot the signals of change before they arrive. Along the way, Ken points out common missteps executives make—and how to avoid them.
Whether you’re leading a team of five or a global enterprise, you’ll walk away with practical ideas for making stronger decisions, building resilience, and showing up as the kind of leader people want to follow.
We talked about how leaders can guide their organizations through disruption and crisis, the role communication plays in keeping people aligned, and how to spot the signals of change before they arrive. Along the way, Ken points out common missteps executives make—and how to avoid them.
Whether you’re leading a team of five or a global enterprise, you’ll walk away with practical ideas for making stronger decisions, building resilience, and showing up as the kind of leader people want to follow.
Show Notes
Seeing Around Corners: Ken Banta on Leadership Through Crisis and Transformation
In this episode of Your Partner In Success Radio, Denise Griffitts speaks with Ken Banta, a leadership advisor and founder of The Vanguard Network. Drawing on insights from his book Seeing Around Corners, Ken explains how leaders can navigate disruption and crisis while keeping their organizations aligned and resilient. The discussion highlights common mistakes executives make, the importance of communication, and how to anticipate change before it arrives. Listeners will gain actionable insights into making better decisions, strengthening their leadership presence, and guiding their teams through transformation.
Connect with Ken Banta: Website | Amazon | LinkedIn
SPONSORED BY: This episode is sponsored by Frederick J. Fisher.
Fred is a pioneer in professional liability insurance with more than 50 years of experience. He’s the president of Fisher Consulting Group, the founder of ELM Insurance Brokers, and the author of Claims-Made Insurance: The Policy That Changed the Industry.
Over the course of his career, Fred has helped reshape how the industry approaches liability and risk. He’s also a founding member and past president of the Professional Liability Underwriting Society, where he received the prestigious PLUS Founders Award.
For expert guidance on liability and risk, you can learn more about Fred and his work at fishercg.com. and you can also find him in LinkedIn.
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